Travel Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab & Stroke
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Richmond, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 03/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist with a minimum of 2 years of hospital experience for a 13-week inpatient rehab assignment in Richmond, VA.
Details
- Inpatient rehabilitation unit located within a Joint Commission Stroke-certified hospital in Richmond, VA
- 44-bed rehab unit staffed by 10 OT/PT teams, 3 speech therapists, and 1 tech
- Patient ratio of 4:1
- Schedule consists of 4 eight-hour shifts within the hours of 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with multiple weekend shifts per month
- May float to the acute care hospital if rehab census is low
- Procedures performed include high-intensity gait training, manual therapy for neuro re-education, therapeutic exercise, functional activity, neuromuscular re-education, and functional e-stim
- Equipment used includes Sara Lifts, ceiling lifts, Vector, Bioness, LiteGait, RT300, and SCI Fit
- Documentation is performed in Meditech Expanse
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of recent hospital and inpatient rehab experience required
- Experience with stroke evaluation and treatment required
- Active PT license required if applicable
- SSN and DOB required for consideration
- One professional reference required (two references required for candidates licensed in Florida or Missouri)
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more in the past 12 months
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
Additional Information
- Role involves evaluation and treatment of patients in an inpatient rehabilitation setting with a focus on neurological conditions including stroke
- Candidates are expected to follow AIDET communication standards and immediate service recovery protocols
- Preferred dress code is black scrub bottoms with a royal blue top
- Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility
American Traveler Job ID #P-687322. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Rehab
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.